Jaxson Dart

Career StatsB-

Year	Team	GP	Yards	TD	INT	RTG
Career		14	2,272	15	5	91.7
2025		14	2,272	15	5	91.7

Updated Jun 24, 2026

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

Earning a B- Contract Value Index, Jaxson Dart's 4-year pact reflects how the New York Giants valued the position market in the 2025 draft class—at roughly $4.2M AAV on a rookie scale deal, his contract is precisely what a first-round quarterback should command, with no cap distortions or franchise-tilting guarantees. In his 2025 rookie season, Dart appeared in 14 games, earning a B- performance grade that confirms he's a developmental talent with foundation-building upside rather than an immediate Pro Bowl-caliber starter. The modest salary cap footprint is the clearest win here—he's operating under a rookie deal that allows the Giants organizational flexibility to invest elsewhere while his on-field value develops, which tracks directly with the team's recent offensive reinforcements at wide receiver and offensive line. At 23 years old and one season into his NFL career, Dart remains in pure developmental territory, and the contract structure appropriately mirrors that stage, asking for patience rather than immediate stardom. However, the brutal D- sentiment grade and the media firestorm around off-field distractions create a secondary evaluation layer that transcends pure contract mechanics—his ability to compartmentalize noise and deliver consistent performance in Year 2 will determine whether this rookie deal ultimately proves as efficient as the structure suggests, because right now the narrative is threatening to overshadow his actual on-field potential.

Contracts in the Same Value Band

Other same-position deals the Contract Value Index also places in the B band — a quick read on where Jaxson's contract sits relative to comparable money.

Performance Analysis

Jaxson Dart, the Giants' rookie quarterback, has delivered a mixed early professional showing through 14 appearances, posting a B- performance grade that reflects solid foundational work tempered by inconsistent execution. As a first-year signal-caller competing in a transition offense, Dart's early returns suggest a developmental prospect with genuine upside rather than a plug-and-play starter. His 91.7 passer rating sits modestly above the NFL average of 87.79, positioning him favorably among rookie quarterbacks despite the modest sample size. Dart's most striking trait is his dual-threat capability: he's averaging 34.8 rushing yards per game—elite territory matching top-tier runners—while adding 0.64 rushing touchdowns weekly, well above NFL positional standards. His passing metrics paint a tale of efficiency within structure; 63.7% completion and 6.70 yards per attempt match league averages precisely, suggesting he's operating within his comfort zone rather than stretching the field vertically. However, modest 162.3 passing yards per game underscore concerns about volume and aggression—he's producing on schedule but not yet pushing the offense into explosive territory that separates elite prospects. The troubling element emerges in his 2025 trajectory, which has dipped to a C-, signaling mechanical or decision-making deterioration as defenses have increased film study. Moving forward, Dart's ceiling hinges on whether he can marry his rushing threat with legitimate passing progression and remain efficient under mounting pressure. If he stabilizes his mechanics and maintains his current efficiency curve, he profiles as a capable backup or game-manager starter; regression into the C range would suggest significant growing pains ahead.

How Jaxson Compares at the Position

Jaxson Dart ranks 29th of 107 graded quarterbacks by performance. That slots Jaxson between Kirk Cousins (B-) just ahead and Carson Wentz (B-) just behind.

Current Sentiment

Jaxson Dart enters the 2026 season as a developmental quarterback prospect rather than an established starter, with minimal NFL experience and no accolades to anchor a high reputation baseline. Recent training camp headlines reflect consistent organizational optimism—coverage of new offensive wrinkles, chemistry with receivers Malik Nabers and Odell Beckham Jr., and coaching staff encouragement to 'flip the switch' all point to a team invested in his growth. Media perception is cautiously positive, framing Dart as a young talent with upside rather than a proven commodity, which is appropriate for a backup-tier player in his first NFL season. The tone across five recent headlines is uniformly encouraging without hyperbole, suggesting beat writers view him as a legitimate developmental option rather than a long-term solution or a problem. Overall, Dart's perception sits in the solid-prospect range—neither a breakout story nor a concern, but a young QB getting a fair chance to develop within a competitive roster.